Just so it wouldn't seem like they ignored films from the last thirty-five years, also included were 2002's "Chicago," (#10), 1978's "Grease" (#20) and 2001's "Moulin Rouge!" (#25).

The list included three of the most memorable songs from each film.

A jury of more than 500 film artists, composers, musicians, critics and historians judged films on the following criteria; musical, historical significance, creative impact and legacy. Jurors also were allowed to write in votes for musicals that did not appear on the ballot of 250 nominated films.

Ah well. I guess you can tell what kind of "musicals" I prefer. Maybe I'll make my own list. "25 Best Musical Parodies." That's more my speed. You think "Airplane" would fit into that category? There's a musical number in there. -- Shannon Nolley